this is highway 1, just south of fort ross. the saturated soil gave way just beneath the roadway, taking part of the asphalt, and leaving a stretch of guardrail dangling beneath the cliff. >> we came this way this morning, and we were able to get through, so the kind of a bummer that we can't go back. >> reporter: so far, the closure hasn't affected business at the timber cove inn. >> all of our guests have gotten through. >> reporter: still, some employees will have a tough time getting home tonight. >> that's where everything ends. the electricity, the telephone lines, everything ends right there. >> do you know if you have power at home? >> no, i don't. i'll find out. >> reporter: closure signs were also posted on valley ford road. not everyone paid heed. while some threw caution to the weekend, others decided to turn around, including the mail carrier. >> it happens every year, and everybody out here is used to it. >> some folks may not get their mail today? >> no, they'll get it tomorrow and the next day. >> reporter: krai